Microsoft Teams for students
Overview
Microsoft Teams is a program in the Microsoft Office 365 suite.
Every enrolled student at UNSW has free access to most programs in this suite, including Microsoft Teams. Microsoft Teams enables you to call, direct message (online chat), have video conferences, schedule and have online meetings, share documents and collaborate.
How do I get it?
- Download the Microsoft Teams app on desktop or mobile.
- Access Teams in your web browser by visiting Teams on the web.
What do I use it for?
Make and receive calls
with any UNSW staff member or student from your desktop, laptop or mobile device.
Schedule and join meetings
with people both within and outside UNSW.
Collaborate in real time
by sharing documents, co-authoring files and sharing your screen during meetings.
Manage your team
to collaborate on projects, study groups or shared work.
Store and access files
securely from anywhere through the Files tab.
Use Teams anywhere
on your desktop, laptop or mobile device with an internet connection.
Self learning resources
Microsoft offers a range of Microsoft Teams resources to help you get started, learn new features and make the most of Teams.
- Microsoft Team's Guide: Learn the basics with helpful tips, shortcuts and best practices.
- Interactive Teams demo: Explore the Teams interface and key features in a hands-on demonstration.
- Introduction to Microsoft Teams: Watch a training video for a comprehensive overview of the platform.
Need help?
Whether you're looking for more Microsoft Teams features, FAQs and setup guides, or need help troubleshooting an issue, we've got you covered.